CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
8,662 km
5,382 miles
LAO
Laoag City
Philippines
Distance
8,662 km
5,382 mi / 4,677 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
310°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC LAO
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Laoag International Airport
IATA Code CHC LAO
ICAO Code NZCH RPLI
City Christchurch Laoag City
Country New Zealand Philippines
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Manila
Elevation 123 ft 25 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 18.180000, 120.530000

Christchurch (CHC) to Laoag City (LAO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Laoag International Airport (LAO) in Laoag City, Philippines is 8,662 kilometers (5,382 miles / 4,677 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Philippines. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:16 in Christchurch, it's 11:16 in Laoag City. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Laoag City (LAO) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 144° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) and Laoag International Airport (LAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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